Purple succulents are the best choice for the novice gardener. They're small, with average flower production and hardy. The more you grow them the more unique and interesting they will become. The common name for these plants is 'Echeveria Perle von Nrnberg' which translates to'violet plant of the Nordic countries.' Follow the link to find out more about purple succulents right now. You'll find these succulents is in the family of the buttercup. This family contains many different members including the popular 'plum,' 'pink' and 'orchid' varieties. This family also includes the common 'lily,' 'wild pansy' and 'rosary' varieties. 'Purple Sage' is a sub-specie of the violet flower. In addition to being a member of the buttercup family they're also found in the ornamental grass family, the tall fern family and the snapdragon family. The purple flowers of these plants have purple petals and a variety of other purple hues. Because they're more delicate than other members of this family, they need careful attention in order to stay healthy. The soil in which they're grown must be very alkaline, preferably in the acidic zone. Some plants, like the 'Echeveria Perle von Nmnberg', are tolerant of acid soil. You can buy this variety at most nursery stores. Purple Sultana is one of the 'big sister' species of this family and is a true 'stone crop' with beautiful flowers. These plants are hardy and can withstand some shade and tough soils. These plants grow in full sun to partial shade and love well drained soils. You should be able to locate them easily in your soil garden.
These plants are easy to grow. They'll eat almost everything and thrive on new growth. When choosing what you wish to use for plant food, try to choose the best you can afford. Avoid planting anything in the first year that will 'go off' - such as lime or fertilizer. The roots won't have time to take up much of what you put in the soil, and you'll have to start over. Don't over water your purple succulents. If you do, you'll find that they struggle and die. They need only an inch or so of water per week. In between waterings, you may want to give them a feeding every month to replace what they've lost during the season. A couple of inches of water is about right. As soon as you see a new leaf or a sprout form, turn the soil over so that it is now dark. This will encourage production. While growing, keep your purple plant from touching the ground too often. This will help prevent hardening of the clay, which can cause diseases. Purple Soil is notoriously poor in moisture, and it is imperative that you do not let this soil go completely dry. It will be very hard to replace what your soil loses, so you must water often. Also check regularly that there are no rocks or other hard build-up in your soil. These might become hard due to weather, heavy rains or bird droppings. Rake the soil, move it around and check again. If you have any problems with soil, don't despair. Most problems are easily fixed with the right tools and most of all, with patience. Just keep an eye out for the health of your purple plant. If you find it looking unhealthy, either by wilting or turning brown, remove it immediately and apply some fertilizer. Purple Soil, if it is not well-drained, won't offering much to your purple plants. If you don't have any hillsides, ponds or streams near where you live, consider planting in a small rectangular bed. Fill with plenty of organic matter like peat moss, perlite or sand, and make sure it drains slowly. This will allow your purple succulents to grow up and out and also provide them with all the nutrients they need to thrive. If you live in a cold climate, you'll need to put a layer of vermiculite on top of the soil. Vermiculite is made from clay, and the bottom layer is made from straw, wood or straw mulch. Watering is another thing to consider, especially in the summertime. Your purple plant will need a lot of water to grow strong, but you also need to avoid over-watering. The soil should be moist to just hold water in instead of being soaking wet. Purple Soil, unless it's extremely over-watered, will usually do better with a week's rest in between waterings. Most purple succulents will do better with a partial shade. They love the sunlight, but if it's too much, they will burn. If you can, try to plant them about six to eight feet away from each other. They will also do better if you put a screen over the top of your bed. For best results, you should choose plants that complement each other and that can withstand a larger amount of sunlight.
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